About this wine
Domaine Y. Clerget's Volnay Premier Cru Caillerets comes from one of Volnay's most celebrated and extensive Premier Cru climates. Caillerets (meaning 'stony ground') is a large north-south facing climat with excellent limestone exposure, producing wines known for their finesse, violet perfume, and mineral precision. Clerget's traditional approach preserves the climat's authentic voice.
This is an elegant, silky red wine that perfectly demonstrates why Volnay is considered the most feminine and refined appellation in Burgundy.
Sommelier's Note
"This is an absolute masterpiece of Volnay. You must experience its ethereal texture and mineral precision at least once in your life."
Food Pairings
Pairs beautifully with roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, mushroom risotto, and aged Comté cheese. In Japanese cuisine, its delicate acidity complements yakitori, maguro zuke, and kamo jibuni stew.
When to drink it
Ideal for intimate fine dining, celebratory anniversaries, or as a centerpiece for a sophisticated wine tasting.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Pinot Noir
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥15,000–¥25,000
Terroir & Winemaking
The grapes are hand-harvested and sorted rigorously. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled tanks with indigenous yeasts. The wine is aged in French oak barrels (a moderate percentage of new oak) for approximately 12–18 months, followed by bottling without fining or filtration to preserve the wine's integrity.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does it taste like?
- It tastes like a refined blend of fresh red berries, crushed violets, and wet stone minerality.
- What should I pair it with?
- It pairs best with roasted game birds, duck, or umami-rich Japanese dishes like soy-glazed grilled meats.
- When is the best time to drink it?
- It is best enjoyed between 5 to 15 years after the vintage date to allow the secondary aromas to fully develop.
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